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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Sep 20, 1906
Page
14
Chamberlin Johnson DuBose promotes Muse Special footwear as maintaining its price and quality despite leather price increases. The ad touts 3.50 value and sterling leather, claiming prices for similar quality shoes have risen to 4.00. It emphasizes consistency and strength of the Muse line.
George Gress, Atlanta merchant and former city figure, filed his answer to his wife Mrs. Miny N. Gress’s divorce suit plus a petition to dissolve a restraining injunction. He denies grounds for divorce, cites a July separation and a lump sum payment plan, and asserts a $36,000 bank deposit was a gift. Judge Pendleton set September 29 for hearing to dissolve the injunction.
Chancellor Barrow addresses students at the September 2 start as Major Kimbrough prepares military departments for the year. Four companies to be organized, new Krag rifles received, and hair cutting pranks among freshmen and sophomores signal campus routines. Pharmacy school anticipates a fruitful session while President Branson travels to Greensboro for the funeral of Charles D. Melver.
Grady Wills, a 22 year old white man, was arrested Tuesday night on embezzlement charges from Knott and Awtry Shoe Company at 25 Whitehall Street where he worked as cashier. He could not post the $800 bond and was taken to justice Bloodworth’s custody Wednesday morning. Wills allegedly confessed to diverting about 700 dollars to companions, with claims of further funds acquired dishonestly. Relatives are believed to be able to cover the shortage within a day or two.
Prominent Syracus resident T M Darwin endorses Duffy's Pure Malt Whiskey as the best tonic of the age. He reports taking the malt whiskey and believes it will help others, recommending it to many friends. The letter notes a photo submission and cites July 2nd, 1906 as the date.
An advertisement touts Duffy s Pure Malt Whiskey as a health tonic that strengthens the heart and aids digestion. It warns against other drugs, claims long-standing purity, and explains how to verify authentic product packaging with the Old Chemist trademark seal. It notes price at 1.00 and offers a medical booklet and doctor s advice free.
Webster Thompson, a 63 farmer, was shot while traveling a public road near Cochran Georgia. He named neighbor Jim Arnold in a dying accusation before dying moments later as investigators awaited the coroner.
Agnes Scott College opened for the 1906 07 term at 10 o'clock with President Galnes delivering the welcome address. The event included prayer and singing. 218 boarding students already registered and many day pupils from Decatur and Atlanta expected. Mina Nannette Hopkins is college principal and Emma Young leads the academy.
The Jewish New Year began at sundown with stores closing and prayers observed. Reform and orthodox congregations held services led by Ranbl D. Marx, offering readings and musical pieces. Special rites were also noted at Richardson and South Fever corners, Piedmont Avenue, and Decatur Street as the community prepared for Yom Kippur ten days later.
Fred Ullis the rival of Wilbur G Voliva in the Zion church leadership race filed an affidavit in the United States district court challenging the election validity. He cites irregularities numerous errors and rough methods in the process and seeks relief.
A bridge over Roky Comfort Creek near Wey Gibson gave way during a wagon crossing at 10 o'clock this morning. The wagon and mules fell into the creek several feet below. The driver, a negro man, was injured fatally and the mules were killed.
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